Thursday, December 26, 2024

‘Buzz’ News

Trump trolls Trudeau, touts Wayne Gretzky as Canada’s next PM

Thursday, December 26, 2024 0:35

US President-elect Donald Trump humorously suggested Wayne Gretzky run for Canadian Prime Minister, dubbing him "Governor of Canada." Despite Gretzky's refusal and a backlash over his association with Trump, the tongue-in-cheek proposal reignited Trump's mockery of Canada and criticism of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's policies.

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Rice shipment from India, first for Yunus government, to arrive today

Thursday, December 26, 2024 0:34

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Christmas Day scare: Taxi hits pedestrians in Manhattan, injures many

Thursday, December 26, 2024 0:00

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IND vs AUS: Shubman Gill misses out, Sundar comes in

Wednesday, December 25, 2024 23:39

Australia’s captain Pat Cummins won the toss and opted to bat in the fourth Test against India at the MCG. India fielded two spinners, with Nitish Kumar Reddy replacing Shubman Gill. The series is tied 1-1, making this Boxing Day Test crucial. Both teams made notable changes to their playing ...

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BJP got Rs 2,244 crore contributions in ’23-24, Congress Rs 289 crore

Wednesday, December 25, 2024 23:32

In 2023-24, BJP garnered Rs 2,244 crore in contributions, three times more than in 2022-23, with Prudent Electoral Trust being the largest donor. Congress received Rs 288.9 crore. Electoral bond receipts were excluded as per rules.

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Do apps charge higher cab fares on iPhones than on Android devices?

Wednesday, December 25, 2024 23:27

Some commuters have reported higher cab fares on iPhones compared to Androids for identical rides in Chennai, raising suspicions about ride-hailing apps charging Apple users more. Experts suggest that apps may tweak fares based on device data, frequency of use, and user behavior patterns through dynamic pricing algorithms.

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260 Canada colleges involved in trafficking: ED

Wednesday, December 25, 2024 23:23

Three years after a Gujarati family froze to death attempting to illegally cross the US-Canada border, an ED probe uncovers an international human trafficking syndicate involving Canadian colleges issuing student visas. Around 35,000 illegal migrants are sent abroad yearly by two agents in Mumbai and Nagpur.

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Health global capability centres grapple with unhealthy gender ratio

Wednesday, December 25, 2024 23:15

Healthcare-focused global capability centres struggle with gender diversity, with only 28% women in the workforce, and just 15% in R&D roles. Companies like Roche, Siemens Healthineers, and Merck attribute this to mid-career attrition. Despite efforts to improve, women often hesitate to return after career breaks, influenced by social conditioning.

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Trains to Kashmir may begin rolling next month

Wednesday, December 25, 2024 22:45

The Railways has modified AC sleeper trains and a Vande Bharat train for the Jammu-Kashmir route to handle harsh weather. Security checks akin to airports will be implemented. Trial runs on the Katra-Reasi section have been successful, indicating readiness. PM Modi might inaugurate both the train service and the Z ...

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Centre proposes steep fines, jail terms to curb misuse of national emblem

Wednesday, December 25, 2024 22:37

The government of India is proposing amendments to curb the unauthorized use of the national emblem and names and photographs of the President and Prime Minister, with fines up to Rs 5 lakh and possible jail terms.

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